Beacon, the golden retriever therapy dog for the U.S. Olympic gymnastics team, is still hospitalized while his owner continues to search for answers about his health. In a new Sept. 6 update, Tracey Callahan Molnar shared that the 4-year-old pup was “tired but still eager and open to gentle hugs, pets and conversation” when she visiting him at the hospital.

Owner of hospitalized US Olympic gymnastics therapy dog gives update

Olympian Tara Davis-Woodhall and her Paralympian husband, Hunter Woodhall, both won their first gold medals at the 2024 Summer Games in Paris. In viral moments that have left fans across the world swooning, the first person they celebrated with was each other. On Aug. 8, after Davis-Woodhall won gold in...

How Tara Davis-Woodhall and Hunter Woodhall kept each other ‘grounded’ after they each won gold

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In 1981, pop-music sensation Andy Gibb was at the top of the charts. The younger brother of Barry, Robin, and Maurice, a.k.a. The Bee Gees, commenced a tumultuous romance with actress Victoria Principle, who played Pam Ewing on Dallas, TV's then-Number 1 prime-time series. But after the relationship ended, Andy's life, already challenged by substance abuse, did as well. This is their tragic story.

The Tragic Death of Pop Star Andy Gibb & His Traumatic Romance with 'Dallas' Star Victoria Principle

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This dish really highlights one of the crowned jewels of the Chesapeake Bay: the blue crab. This recipe has a very high ratio of crab to sauce, making it very decadent and a crowd-pleaser. Technique tip: After adding the flour, do not walk away from the pan; it could scorch...

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“Tonight Show” host and New York Times bestselling author Jimmy Fallon joins TODAY to share his new Halloween-themed children’s book “5 More Sleeps ‘til Halloween” that’s filled with costumes, candy and scares. Fallon also shares new details about the new haunted house walk-through experience coming to New York City called Tonightmares — and it's inspired by his own personal nightmares!

Jimmy Fallon talks new Halloween book, Tonightmares experience

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"Property Brothers" duo Jonathan and Drew Scott have unveiled a project that they hold near and dear to their hearts. The HGTV stars shared in the September/October issue of HGTV Magazine that they recently gave their parents, Joanne and Jim Scott, the ultimate home makeover. The Scott brothers said that...

Jonathan and Drew Scott renovate their parents' new LA home — take a tour

It's been eight years since beloved former child star and Oscar-winning actress Patty Duke died from sepsis (a ruptured intestine) at only 69 in 2016. She was also the recipient of two Golden Globes, three Emmys, and a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. In the 1960s, she was the star of her own TV sitcom. In the mid-1980s, she served as President of the Screen Actors Guild. Through it all, she was married four times (including once to actor John Austin), had three sons, and never stopped acting. This is her tragic yet triumphant story.

In Memory of Former Child Star and Oscar-winning Actress Patty Duke: 8 Years After Her Tragic Death

On the original Perry MasonTV legal series (CBS, 1957-1966), actor William Hopper portrayed Raymond Burr's loyal private detective Paul Drake. On and off screen, Hopper smoked incessently. Four years after the Mason series ended, the actor, son of famed Hollywood gossip columinist Hedda Hopper and DeWolf Hopper Sr., suffered a stroke on Valentine's Day 1970. Three weeks later, on March 6, Willam Hopper died of pneumonia. He was only 55 years old. This is his story.

In Memory of Actor William Hopper (From TV's 1st 'Perry Mason'): 5 Decades After His Tragic Death

If your spouse or partner is an NFL fan, you may as well start making solo plans for yourself, because there is a LOT of football on tap for the next several days. The 2024 NFL season kicks off Thursday, Sept. 5, with a prime-time game featuring the Baltimore Ravens visiting the defending Super Bowl champion Kansas City Chiefs on NBC. Week 1 of the season will then continue with at least one game in three of the subsequent four days, including a historic international matchup in Brazil on Sept. 6 between the Philadelphia Eagles and the Green Bay Packers.

The new NFL season is kicking off. Here’s the Week 1 schedule and how to watch

RATE THIS RECIPE (0) Sticky toffee pudding is a traditional British dessert featuring a moist sponge cake that’s infused with finely chopped dates and generously covered in a rich toffee sauce. It’s typically paired with vanilla ice cream or custard, which makes for a delightful contrast. The origins...

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Watch the 2024 Paris Olympics on NBC and streaming on Peacock, July 26 - Aug 11. Team USA Paralympic swimmer Jessica Long joins TODAY after winning gold in the women’s 400-meter freestyle. She shares what the moment felt like when she won her 30th Paralympic medal and her plans to go to the Games in Los Angeles in four years!

Jessica Long talks 30th Paralympic medal, 'farewell' in LA

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Federal, state and local public health officials have confirmed the first case of the Oropouche virus in Kentucky and Jefferson County in a person who had returned to Louisville after traveling to the Caribbean.

Health officials report first case of Oropouche virus, aka ‘Sloth Fever,’ confirmed in Kentucky

I'm not ashamed to admit that the moment the calendar switched over to Sept. 1, I immediately started prepping for fall. Don't get me wrong, though. It's not that I dislike summer. Rather, it's because fall comes with many things to look forward to: the holidays, cool weather and of course, fall fashion.

4 men's fashion trends to follow this fall, according to a stylist

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The Baltimore Ravens and the Kansas City Chiefs played at Arrowhead Stadium in the 2024 NFL season opener. The Chiefs took home the 27-20 win by a toe — literally. The Ravens and Chiefs last faced off in the AFC Championship last NFL season. Chiefs took the win, 17-10.

Kansas City Chiefs beat Baltimore Ravens in NFL season opener with Taylor Swift in the stands

Black history meets pure pomp in Peacock’s latest limited series, “Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist,” inspired by a podcast and based on a true story. Peacock is owned by NBCUniversal, TODAY’s parent company. The eight-episode series unfolds at an afterparty following Muhammad Ali’s return to...

Is ‘Fight Night: The Million Dollar Heist’ based on a true story?

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The Baltimore Ravens will face the reigning NFL champs, the Kansas City Chiefs, to kickoff the 2024-2025 football season. The Chiefs hope to win their third Super Bowl in a row, which has never been done before. TODAY’s Craig Melvin reports and NBC Sports’ Mike Tirico breaks down the game and the season ahead.

Excitement builds as NFL season to kick off with Chiefs vs. Ravens

Whoever said diamonds are a girl’s best friend has clearly never worn Brooks running shoes. These sneakers have been my go-to accessory for the last decade, as I’ve run multiple marathons, over a dozen half marathons, 5Ks, 10Ks and even a few triathlons in them. In fact, they’ve been the most reliable item in my closet for a third of my life at this point.

From running marathons to walks around the block, I’ve worn the same sneaker brand for nearly a decade

I first saw it on my feed in the beginning of August: a thick, brick-like chocolate bar filled with a pistachio-green substance that both looked gooey and sounded crunchy whenever someone took a bite. As with most food trends on the internet (see: cucumber guy, fluffy Coke and the Olympic...

Why the viral Dubai chocolate bar is all over TikTok

A YouTuber's last video on his account is a chilling goodbye as he announces his own death. “If you’re watching me, I’m dead,” YouTuber Paul Harrell announced in his final video uploaded to his page Sept. 3. Harrell’s goodbye message to his fans, which was titled “I’m Dead,” has already amassed more than 3 million views in two days.

YouTuber announces his own death in final video to fans: 'If you're watching me, I'm dead'

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Cats of Kansas City

Could you and your family use an adorable companion that will bring you love and joy for years and years? These six cats are adoptable right now from local Kansas City shelters. Just click on the link provided with each to get in touch with their shelters.

Six wonderful cats to adopt this Labor Day weekend

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Olympics gymnastics live updates: Simone Biles wins gold, Suni Lee bronze in women's all-around final

Simone Biles won the 2024 Olympic all-around title, making her the first two-time all-around champion since 1968. This was the first time in Olympic history that...

Olympics gymnastics live updates: Simone Biles wins gold, Suni Lee bronze in women's all-around final

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